Mamaste with Tanika Ray

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37. Make Mommying G.R.E.A.T. Again with Allah-Mi Jul 12, 2022

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We all have so many emotions running through us these days—especially those of us in the supposed “Land of the Free”—that we need to push ourselves out of the survival mode slump. As much as it feels like the world is on fire, it’s incredibly important to focus on calming our nervous systems and seeing that light at the end of the tunnel.

Today, I’m sitting down with Allah-mi Basheer, a mama and intuitive self-mastery coach focused on banishing limiting beliefs and facilitating self-discovery.Allah-mi has the incredible gift of being able to help people reclaim their power, calm their nervous system, and rediscover their confidence.

Tune in and listen to episode thirty-seven of Mamaste with Tanika Ray.Allah-mi and I are talking about raising twins, the challenges of co-parenting, and her divine mission. We also cover being great every day and the power of language as a difference-maker.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

Allah-mi and I share a grounding, mindful moment to kick things off (11:50)
Allah-mi’s journey with mommyhood (14:50)
Allah-mi’s five mental hygiene strategies that make up her Be Great Everyday philosophy (24:53)
Whether you think you can or you think you can’t—you’re right (32:58)
The only thing that’s constant is change (40:49)

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36. Mama Wonder Woman and Her Magic Mamaste with Gwen Osborne Jul 05, 2022

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With the state of the world today—and especially after the events of the last few weeks—it can feel impossible to achieve any levity. Over and over again we’re knocked under by waves of grief and anger, but the most important thing we can do is develop a coping strategy. If we embrace these positive rituals and welcome love and light into our lives, it can make even these most trying times a little easier.

Today, I’m welcoming Gwen Osborne, a friend and mama who is a beacon of bright light. In addition to being a mommy, Gwen is an actor, speaker, wellness coach, and hosts her own podcast, Tea with Gwen.

Tune in and listen to episode thirty six of Mamaste with Tanika Ray. Gwen and I are talking love, divorce, and we even get a little personal. We also discuss what it was like for Gwen to come into mommyhood at a young age and her complicated relationship with her own mother.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

All about Gwen’s kids (08:29)
Why I refuse to fill my space with anything but light these days (12:07)
How Gwen made her way to LA from England (17:53)
How mommyhood and the path to get there is evolving--and what that means for us (25:37)
The dire straits of dating in LA(31:37)

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35. Mamaste of Black Excellence with Nicole Friday Jun 28, 2022

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It’s no great revelation that we as mothers wear many, many hats. We may be career women, but we’re also often the CEO of the household, the executive chef, the resident therapist, the director of family activities… It can be a lot! Striking work-life balance is something that many of us spend decades searching for, but we spend so much time looking that it’s hard to see the forest for the trees. The truth is, as mamas, we deserve to be nurtured, too.

Today, I welcome entrepreneur, executive, producer, media personality, and fabulous mama of two Nicole Friday. Nicole is also an accomplished culinary influencer and the president and general manager of ABFF Ventures, LLC, the entertainment company behind the American Black Film Festival.

Tune in and listen to episode thirty five of Mamaste with Tanika Ray. Nicole and I talk about our experiences mommying through the pandy and how it strengthened our familial connections. We also cover why it’s so important that mamas take care of themselves, prioritizing “me” time, and why home should be a mama’s favorite place.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

How Nicole balances her mommy life with her professional boss life (07:22)
What the pandemic taught Nicole about herself (14:43)
Nicole’s pre-pandy self-care ritual (16:18)
How Nicole and her husband have navigated having two Black teenage sons (25:04)
All about the ABFF and Nicole’s role in the organization (30:00)

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34. Mamaste in your fabulous Lane w Mo & Kita Jun 21, 2022

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This episode contains sexually explicit content.

Who in your circle always has your back, no matter what? It’s so important that the people we surround ourselves with during our pregnancy are people that make us feel good about ourselves, help us through the challenging moments, and make the transition into motherhood smooth and full of love.

Today, I am joined by the dynamic duo, Monique Jackson and Kita Williams. They are PR partners that met at Def Jam in their early 20s and then went into business together and ran things in LA. When they were representing Terrell Owens they successfully sold a reality show about him called The T.O. Show and also were asked to star alongside him about navigating the life of a football star and his fabulous PR queens.

Tune in and listen to episode thirty-four of Mamaste with Tanika Ray.Monique, Kita, and I have a great conversation about our journeys to mommy-hood. We talk about why it’s important to let your tribe help you throughout your pregnancy, how our priorities will shift in our life, IVF experiences, and how our sexuality does not die when we become mothers!

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

That it’s normal for priorities in our life to fluctuate over time (6:30)
Why it’s important to remember to rest when you’re pregnant (23:49)
How Monique and Kita supported each other during their pregnancies (27:30)
About her IVF experience (33:33)
That our sexuality doesn’t die once we become mothers (43:26)

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33. Diary of a Southern Fried Booty Shaking Houston Made Queen with Crystal Wall Jun 14, 2022

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There are countless things that motherhood throws our way, much of which we can’t prepare for. Whether it’s the way our body changes, how our schedule gets flipped upside down, or the new dynamic of co-parenting with a partner, motherhood can feel like our whole identity. But it IS possible to be a mother, a great partner, and pursue your passions, you just have to give yourself grace along the way.

Today, I am joined by Crystal Wall, business owner, dance and fitness guru, mother, and wife to popular rapper Paul Wall. While being an amazing mother and maintaining the success of her and Paul’s 15 year marriage, Crystal also leads dance fitness classes weekly to help get other mom’s get out of the house, move their body, and build their confidence

Tune in and listen to episode thirty-three of Mamaste with Tanika Ray.Crystal and I have a great conversation about the story of her and Paul’s relationship, what her experience has been raising a family in Texas, why nothing can prepare you for motherhood, and how she began running her dance fitness classes.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

Our thoughts on spoiling our children (5:16)
How Crystal and her husband Paul Wall met and got together (8:11)
Crystal’s perspective on soul connection (15:19)
About Crystal’s family experience living in Texas (16:14)
Why nothing can prepare you for motherhood (20:30)
Crystal’s dancing and fitness journey (24:12)

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32. No Place left to go but To HEAL With LisaRaye Jun 07, 2022

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The relationship between a mother and her daughter is one of the most complicated dynamics to understand. When we have these difficult relationships with our own mother, parenting our daughter can trigger our inner child that still has healing to do. Being the mother you never had for your daughter while setting boundaries with your own mother is a challenging, but healing experience.

Today, I am joined by LisaRaye McCoy, a widely successful actress, humanitarian, entrepreneur, director, and mother. Since her movie debut in 1996, Lisa has appeared many times in a variety of television series, music videos, and movies. She is most known for her role in The Players Club, The Wood, and Civil Brand. In 2021, LisaRaye appeared on the show, Iyanla: Fix My Life, in which she shares the difficult relationship she has with her mom, what she is doing to try to mend the relationship, and how she is working to be a different mother for her daughter.

Tune in and listen to episode thirty-two of Mamaste with Tanika Ray.First, I share my reflection on my appearance on the Red Table Talk and why it was such an emotional conversation for me. Then I am joined by LisaRaye to talk about her experience healing her relationship with her mother, the impact that therapy has had on her journey, the importance of setting boundaries, and more.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

Reflecting on my appearance on the Red Table Talk (3:10)
That there is no one way to be a great mother (12:17)
About LisaRaye’s experience working through her relationship with her mother (15:15)
The tools LisaRaye has turned to in her healing (19:39)
How LisaRaye and I have learned to set boundaries with our mothers (24:20)

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31. Young Love Journey to Mama Influencer with Destiny Bennet May 31, 2022

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Navigating motherhood and marriage is full of trials and tribulations that require unlearning, re-learning, and being in a constant pursuit of personal growth. There will always be hard times, but intentionally responding to the challenges will keep you grounded to your values so you can show up as the best version of yourself as both a mother and a partner.

Today, I am joined for a second time by Destiny Bennet. Destiny is a parent coach, blogger, content creator, speaker, and author of Revised Not Repeated: A Brown Mom's Guide to Breaking Generational Curses In Parenting. As the mother of three boys, Destiny wrote her book as a motherhood guide for changing toxic generational patterns in parenting and creating a healthier, happier bond between moms and their children.

Tune in and listen to episode thirty-one of Mamaste with Tanika Ray.Destiny and I talk about her experience being a young mother in a young marriage, how she is teaching her children healthy habits, why her family has decided to move into a tiny home, and so much more. Destiny’s advice on intentional parenting and building a healthy marriage is fantastic for mothers and wives of all ages and backgrounds.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

How Destiny met her husband and her reflection on marrying at a young age (10:20)
About Destiny’s background prior to becoming a Mama influencer (15:16)
Destiny’s passion for teaching her children healthy living (23:54)
Why Destiny’s family is living in a tiny home (30:28)
Destiny’s advice for listeners (38:07)

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30. Reconnecting To Our Truest Selves with Satrah Anuket May 24, 2022

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How do you reconnect to your truest self? As a mom, staying connected to your authentic self is not only important for your sense of identity but also for your confidence in parenting. It can be easy to forget that the way our parents raised us is not the only way for us to parent our own children. Staying aligned with your values will help you to make the necessary changes to stop the generational patterns of parenting.

Today, I am joined by Satrah Anuket, the author of From Fear to Freedom: Utilizing the 7 Universal Laws to shift one’s mindset, habits, and behaviors. Satrah has always felt deeply connected to nature, the Universe, and her inner spiritual light. She has recently left her corporate marketing career to pursue her lifelong goals of entrepreneurship and writing. Satrah is passionate about living her life by the 7 Universal Laws and applies them as the foundation for parenting her two boys.

Tune in and listen to episode thirty of Mamaste with Tanika Ray.Satrah and I talk about her spiritual awakening, the generational differences in how we were raised versus how we are parenting, how the 7 Universal Laws influence her parenting, and so much more. I hope this episode with Satrah inspires you to reconnect with yourself and your values!

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

About Satrah’s spiritual awakening (5:53)
What to expect from a spiritual awakening (8:37)
How Satrah has applied the 7 Universal Laws to her parenting (9:50)
Who inspired and impacted Satrah’s parenting (13:55)
Satrah’s 5 non negotiables for parenting (22:04)

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Book - Mother Hunger

Book - Happy Days

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29. When Mother’s Day Is Hard! May 17, 2022

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“You can learn to become your own best parent” As a mom, there is mourning for what you are providing your children that you didn’t get from your own parents, but we can learn to become our own best parent when we take action towards healing our inner child.

Today, I’m doing a solo episode about how it’s important for us moms to mother ourselves. Do you tend to keep yourself busy and distracted so you don’t have to address the trauma from your own childhood? Ignoring the pain doesn’t make it go away, it just allows it to continue to grow bigger and bigger. Addressing and uncovering childhood trauma is incredibly difficult and can bring up confusing emotions, but it will ultimately lead you to becoming a better mother for your own children.

Tune in and listen to episode twenty-nine of Mamaste with Tanika Ray.I talk about the deep and emotional inner work that I have been focusing on and what I have learned about mothering myself. I share the realizations I have had about my complex relationship with my own mother, books that have changed my perspective on motherhood, what I do when I am triggered, and so much more.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

How I spent Mother’s Day (4:31)
To connect with your inner child as a mother (07:19)
About the book Mother Hunger and how it has completely shifted my perspective on motherhood (13:23)
Why I turn to self-isolation when I am triggered (18:51)
The two different ways we mother our children (24:25)

Resources Mentioned

Book - Mother Hunger

Book - Happy Days

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28. Breaking Generational Curses & Celebrating Motherhood with Ananda Lewis May 10, 2022

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Happy belated Mother’s Day! The mission of this podcast is to celebrate mothers for all the things that we do, manage, navigate, overcome, and so much more. Being a mother is the hardest job there is but it is the most rewarding.

Today, I’m talking to Ananda Lewis, an incredible woman who became famous as a DJ and TV host on MTV. Ananda has been publicly battling cancer, sharing her strength, diving into her personal healing, and staying connected to her inner truth. Ananda is an amazing mother who has focused on breaking generational curses, teaching her children about race, and making decisions that have her family’s best interest.

Tune in and listen to episode twenty-eight of Mamaste with Tanika Ray.Ananda and I talk about her cancer diagnosis, the difficult moments she has overcome as a mother, how the Will Smith incident at the Oscars impacted her personally, and so much more. Ananda and I are in true alignment with our parenting and way of life and I am so excited to share this conversation with you!

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